At Kyndryl, we are looking for a Systems Administrator to join our team. You will solve complex technical problems and identify potential future issues across a spectrum of platforms while working with some of our biggest clients. You will be at the forefront of new technology and modernization efforts.
What You'll Do
- Oversee and support day-to-day mainframe storage operations across z/OS environments.
- Install, configure, maintain, and support z/OS storage software products like DFSMS, FDR, and DFDSS.
- Manage catalog structures, storage definitions, and hardware configuration definitions (HCD).
- Participate in an on-call rotation to resolve incidents, requests for change (RFCs), and service requests.
- Implement and support enterprise disaster recovery solutions, including GDPS, XRC, PPRC, and controller-based replication.
- Troubleshoot performance issues using advanced z/OS tooling like SMF, RMF, and GTF.
- Administer IBM and HDS enterprise-class storage systems and virtual tape platforms such as IBM TS7700 and Oracle VSM7.
- Execute complex data migrations using tools like TDMF.
- Develop and maintain operational procedures, platform standards, and installation documentation.
- Recommend and implement enhancements to improve system stability, performance, and security.
- Provide knowledge sharing and cross-training for team members and stakeholders.
What We're Looking For
- 10+ years of experience with IBM mainframe systems programming (TSO, ISPF, JCL, z/OS utilities).
- 10+ years of experience with IBM DFSMS storage management products.
- 10+ years configuring and applying hardware definitions using IBM HCD.
- 10+ years applying maintenance to z/OS products using SMP/E.
- Strong expertise in troubleshooting using SMF, RMF, and GTF.
- Advanced experience with mainframe backup and recovery tools (FDR, DFDSS).
- Proficiency with data migration solutions (TDMF).
- Hands-on administration of IBM and HDS enterprise storage platforms.
- Familiarity with ITIL Change Management practices.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
- Proven success collaborating on large projects and meeting deadlines in complex environments.
Nice to Have
- Experience installing and maintaining third-party ISV software from vendors like CA, BMC, or Compuware.
- Experience providing user support, validating requirements, and resolving conflicts.
- A strong history of delivering knowledge transfer and team training.
- Background supporting federal government or similarly scaled enterprise environments.
Technical Stack
- IBM mainframe (z/OS), TSO, ISPF, JCL, z/OS utilities
- IBM DFSMS, IBM HCD, SMP/E
- SMF, RMF, GTF
- FDR, DFDSS, TDMF
- GDPS, XRC, PPRC
- IBM enterprise storage, HDS enterprise storage
- IBM TS7700, Oracle VSM7
- ITIL
Benefits & Compensation
- Access to learning programs and certifications in major platforms like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
- A company-wide volunteering and giving platform.
At Kyndryl, diversity is how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. We give you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work.
